What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park is to train which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4000 and takes 7h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Horton Plains National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Horton Plains National Park?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Horton Plains National Park. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Ohiya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

The distance between Colombo and Horton Plains National Park is 182 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 52m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Horton Plains National Park bus from?

Colombo to Horton Plains National Park bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Horton Plains National Park train from?

Colombo to Horton Plains National Park train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

The best way to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4000 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Colombo to Horton Plains National Park bus arrive?

Colombo to Horton Plains National Park bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Where does the Colombo to Horton Plains National Park train arrive?

Colombo to Horton Plains National Park train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ohiya station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Horton Plains National Park is 179 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park.

Where can I stay near Horton Plains National Park?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Horton Plains National Park.

Colombo to Horton Plains National Park - 7 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colombo to Horton Plains National Park by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Horton Plains National Parktaxi
2h 16m
Rs 26,375–134,707
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ohiyatrain Colombo
7h 11m
Rs 2,029–3,983
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Haldummullabus Colombo-Badulla
2. Take the taxi from Haldummulla to Horton Plains National Parktaxi
4h 52m
Rs 5,660–6,762
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Hattontrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Hatton to Horton Plains National Parktaxi
5h 58m
Rs 4,535–6,961
Drive 178.7 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Horton Plains National Parkcar 178.7 km
3h 10m
Rs 8,017–11,580
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Horton Plains National Parktaxi 178.7 km
3h 10m
Rs 49,000–60,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
5h 9m
Rs 2,129–3,181

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) flights

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.2 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ohiya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 7h.

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